Activity Guide – Read, Write, ROAR!

Join Ms. Audra as she helps you create a lively city soundscape! Imagine honking horns, chirping birds, and bustling streets as you bring your urban environment to life through sound and movement. Perfect for 4th and 5th grade learners exploring the sights and sounds of their surroundings. Ready to create your city symphony? Let’s get started!

Create a City Soundscape | Ms. Audra | Read, Write, ROAR!

Did you know Michigan and Ohio once fought over the Toledo Strip? Join Mr. Peterson as he takes you through the history of the Toledo War, exploring the timeline of key events that shaped Michigan’s borders. Learn how a dispute over land led to Michigan gaining the Upper Peninsula and how Congress stepped in with a compromise. Ready to dive into Michigan’s history? Let’s get started with a timeline and some exciting history facts!

The Toledo War | How Timelines Work | Mr. Peterson | Read, Write, ROAR!

Spice up your writing with similes and metaphors! In this video, we’ll explore how figurative language like “raining cats and dogs” or “Kalamazoo is a treasure map” makes writing more colorful and fun. Join Ms. Meg for an interactive lesson and game that will take your writing to the next level!

Similes & Metaphors: Making Your Writing Pop! | Ms. Meg | Read, Write, ROAR!

You don’t have to be a scientist to help gather important data! Join naturalist Paul Roose as he teaches you how to be a citizen scientist by observing birds, collecting data, and recording your findings. This video will walk you through everything you need to know to start contributing to real scientific research right in your own backyard!

Become a Citizen Scientist: Birdwatching Data Collection | Paul Roose | Read, Write, ROAR!

Why did Michigan&#8217;s state capital move from Detroit to Lansing? Join Mrs. Mask as she dives into the fascinating history behind this change and explains how Lansing was chosen. After learning the history, we’ll write an opinion letter together, sharing reasons why Lansing was a great choice for the state capital. Let’s explore the power of persuasion and Michigan’s rich history!

Why Michigan’s Capital Moved from Detroit to Lansing | Mrs. Mask | Read, Write, ROAR!

Legs In Motion: Ms. AP guides you through a fun 2-minute movement snack focusing on leg movements. Step side to side, warm up with a light run, and cool down to stay energized throughout the day.
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Take a dive into the history of Michigan. First, learn about how Lansing became Michigan&#8217;s capital city. Then, take a look at how Toledo ended up in Ohio!

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